Job Description:
Become part of Essentia's accomplished team where our mission guides us every day: We are called to make a healthy difference in people’s lives. This calling resonates deeply for our caregivers and our colleagues working behind the scenes, who all bring high-quality, compassionate care to the patients we are privileged to serve.
Education Qualifications:
- Graduate from an accredited respiratory care/therapy program.
If you're passionate about improving respiratory health and providing compassionate care, you will be a great fit for our Team!
In this position you will provide respiratory care through patient assessment, planning, intervention, education, and evaluation. In addition, you will perform all general and critical care respiratory care procedures and diagnostics on patients ages infant through adult.
These duties include but are not limited to:
- Mechanical ventilation
- Airway management
- Critical care transport Arterial blood gas puncture
- Medication delivery
- Bronchial hygiene
- Patient assessments and education.
Would you prefer a more intimate environment while still being able to utilize your complete skill set
Detroit Lakes, as a community hospital, offers precisely that and more! With ample growth opportunities and supportive resources, you'll find a collaborative atmosphere across all departments, ensuring the delivery of optimal care to our patients.
The hospital provides both inpatient and outpatient services and holds the distinction of being a Level III trauma center. Additionally, it is designated as an Acute Stroke Ready Hospital and features a dedicated NICU department.
12-hour shifts (0700 - 1930, 1900 - 0730)
Licensure/Certification Qualifications:
- Staff must obtain and maintain certification as a Registered Respiratory Therapist within 18 months of hire or transfer
- Must hold state licensure in appropriate state of practice upon hire or have applied and are waiting for state licensure in appropriate state of practice to award licensure not to exceed 30 days from date of hire
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certified within 1 month
Apply now and embark on a rewarding journey with us!
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Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at .
Job Location:St Marys Hospital - Detroit Lakes
Shift Rotation:Day/Night Rotation (United States of America)
Shift Start/End:Varies/Varies
Hours Per Pay Period:Casual/PRN
Compensation Range:$34.58 - $51.87 / hour
FTE:0